• Black History Month Spotlight: Clive Myrie

    Hannah Walton-Hughes Clive Myrie is known today as one of the most experienced foreign correspondents at the BBC. Clive was born in Bolton Lancashire, but went on to study law at the University of Sussex, before being awarded a place on the highly prestigious BBC journalism trainee scheme in...
  • Events for Black History Month 2022

    As many of you are aware, October marks Black History Month in the UK. The University of Nottingham (UoN) is working with, Ife Oyedeji and the BME Network, to hold events throughout October to celebrate our diverse community in Nottingham....
  • The Stolen Cells Of Henrietta Lacks

    Sarvenaz Hosseini          Would you want your cells to live on beyond your death without your consent? How would your children and grandchildren feel knowing bits of you are in labs all over the world without you or them having a say? Studied and examined. Your...
  • Viv Anderson: Forest & England Icon

    As part of our coverage during Black History Month, Zack Palmer details the career of legendary Nottingham Forest and England Player, Viv Anderson....
  • Interview With The ACS For Black History Month

    I sat down with the president of the African Caribbean Society (David Adeogun) as part of Impact’s articles for Black History Month. We had an in-depth conversation and spoke about a range of issues concerning black students, black history, the Student Union and the University....
  • 5 Pioneering Black Explorers

    Rebecca Herman The travelling that is possible today, the sights we get to enjoy and the endless possibilities for adventure would be nothing without the explorers that have come before us! From land to sea, and even space, this list of explorers will take you through history and show...
  • Then And Now: Black Sporting Pioneers

    Rachel Roberts  In the second of a 2-part series, Rachel Roberts highlights the careers of trailblazing Black athletes and those who are following in their footsteps in today’s game. Part 2 focuses on American women stamping their mark on history. Grand Slam Champion and A Future Star: Althea Gibson...